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On November 2, judicial police in Niamey arrested six journalists, an action that represents a clear violation of the right to press freedom. Three of these media professionals have been…
Two United Nations agencies dedicated to food and agriculture issued a stark warning on Wednesday, indicating that millions more people worldwide could soon face starvation or famine-like conditions, a situation…
Dr Jean Baptiste Nikiema officially begins term as WHO Resident Representative in Niger Niamey, 12 November 2025 – Dr Jean Baptiste Nikiema has formally assumed his duties as the new…
The Supreme Court has delivered a landmark verdict in Mauritania, partially overturning the Appeals Court ruling in Nouakchott while upholding critical charges of illicit enrichment and money laundering. The court…
President GOÏTA launches construction of 15 new hospitals! Bamako, November 10, 2025. General Assimi GOÏTA, President of the Transition, officially initiated the Presidential Emergency Hospital Project by laying its cornerstone.…
The recent sentencing of Moussa Mara, former Prime Minister of Mali, to two years in prison—including one year of firm jail time—and a fine of 500,000 francs CFA has been…
While Mali has made notable strides in health indicators lately—specifically regarding life expectancy and reducing maternal and infant mortality rates—significant hurdles remain. Although the nation launched a bold universal health…
The recent amendments to Chad’s constitution, which abolish presidential term limits, represent a significant setback for the rule of law and democratic governance, warns a leading human rights organization. These…
urgent call to support 4 million displaced in Sahel amid rising crises The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has issued a critical appeal for international support to address…
urgent call for Sahel aid as displacement soars to nearly four million 10 octobre 2025 Aide humanitaire The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) recently issued an urgent appeal…
This report has been compiled in preparation for Niger’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR), scheduled for April-May 2026. It presents an evaluation of the nation’s adherence to recommendations from its last…
Between junta and jihadists: a besieged nation’s struggle Caught between the relentless terror of armed groups and the profound diplomatic isolation triggered by the junta under Abdourahamane Tiani, Niger is…